MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE
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Lower scores indicate better performance. 0 = best, 25/30 = worst.
MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE is a takeaway/sandwich shop located at 12 Middle Hillgate, Stockport, SK1 3AY, in the Stockport local authority area. Following its most recent inspection on 30 July 2025, it received a food hygiene rating of 5 (Very Good). The inspection assessed three categories: hygienic food handling (scored 0 — very good), structural compliance (scored 0 — very good), and confidence in management (scored 5 — very good). In the FHRS scoring system, lower numbers indicate better performance, with 0 being the best possible score in each category. Stockport oversees 2,528 registered food businesses, of which 80% hold a rating of Good (4) or Very Good (5). The average food hygiene rating in Stockport is 4.7 out of 5. As a takeaway or sandwich shop, this business is assessed on food preparation practices, packaging hygiene, temperature control during storage and delivery, and the cleanliness of preparation areas. Food businesses in the UK are inspected by local authority environmental health officers. The frequency of inspections depends on the risk category — higher-risk businesses are inspected more frequently, typically every 6 to 12 months, while lower-risk establishments may be inspected every 2 to 3 years.
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FAQ
What is the food hygiene rating of MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE?
MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE has a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5, as assessed by Stockport.
What does a food hygiene rating of 5 mean for a takeaway/sandwich shop?
A rating of 5 means hygiene standards are very good. The inspectors found that food was handled, prepared and stored safely, the premises were clean and well-maintained, and management had effective systems to maintain standards.
When was MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE last inspected?
MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE was last inspected on 2025-07-30. Food businesses in the UK are typically re-inspected every 6 months to 3 years, depending on their risk category and previous rating.
Where is MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE located?
MIDDLE HILLGATE GENERAL STORE is located at 12 Middle Hillgate, Stockport , SK1 3AY, in the Stockport local authority area. You can view other food businesses in the SK1 postcode area.